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Kenya is a Lower Middle-Income country and the fifth-largest economy in sub-Sa- haran Africa. According to the World Bank, the Kenyan economy has a GDP of USD 79.2 billion (Current USD, 2017) coming off a growth of 4.9 percent. Key sectors of the economy are agriculture, manufacturing, real estate and services. Agriculture is the largest contributor to the economy at 30 percent of GDP. However, manufacturing’s share of GDP has been rising significantly over the years and is currently the second largest contributor to GDP at 10 percent.
If there is a word that crosses a Kenyan’s lips every day, it is Mpesa. The Mobile money revolution has become a main- stay of life in Kenya. Kenyan’s use Mpesa to pay for literally anything from plane tickets to school fees. Around every
corner in the country is an Mpesa shop. If you plan to be in Kenya for a few days, it may prove necessary to sign up for this service.
Being home to 43 tribes, offers visitors an opportunity to interact with a kaleido- scope of cultures and traditions that have been preserved for timeless gener- ations. Visitors have an opportunity to vis- it traditional villages, cultural centres and museums to learn of the rich and diverse heritage of the people of Kenya.
Kenya’s scenic beauty makes it one of the best tourist destinations in the world. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate safari experience, a hiking adventure or a chance to relax on white sand beaches, Kenya has it all. Some of the top things to experience are:
Game Safaris - Kenya has over 50 game
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